Clematis Rouge Cardinal
The Highlights
Flower colour: Deep crimson red with velvety petals and creamy stamens
Flowering period: July to September
Height & Spread: Approx. 2.5–3m × 1m (8–10ft × 3ft)
Hardiness: RHS H5 – Fully hardy in UK
Position: Full sun or partial shade (protect base from direct sun)
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil – thrives in fertile conditions
Pruning Group: Group 3 (late-flowering – prune back hard in early spring)
All of our Clematis are in a 3L deep pot, with 90cm canes, all plants are delivered with at least 50cm of top growth.
Why Choose Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ for Your Garden?
If you're looking for a high-impact climber with a long flowering season and easy care requirements, ‘Rouge Cardinal’ is a brilliant choice. Its vivid red flowers stand out beautifully against green foliage, fences, or light-coloured walls, and pair wonderfully with roses, honeysuckle, or other clematis varieties.
Top Reasons to Love 'Rouge Cardinal':
Rich red blooms add warmth and vibrancy to the garden
Long flowering season – from mid-summer into early autumn
Great for small gardens or containers
Easy to prune and maintain (Group 3 – cut back in spring)
Versatile – suitable for walls, arches, pergolas, or obelisks
Pollinator friendly – attracts bees and other beneficial insects
Best Uses in the Garden
‘Rouge Cardinal’ is ideal for:
Vertical interest on trellises, fences, and obelisks
Companion planting with climbing roses or other summer bloomers
Small gardens and patios (great in containers with support)
Adding bold contrast to pale or green backdrops
Cottage-style or romantic garden designs
It also works beautifully in mixed borders or trained through shrubs, where its blooms can add a vibrant layer of colour above the foliage.
Delivery
We use DX to deliver your plants straight to your door.
DX collect from us every Tuesday and Thursday using their 24 hour tracked service.
Orders made after 10am Monday will be dispatched Thursday.
Orders made after 10am Thursday will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
Growing Tips
Planting Position
Clematis prefer their roots in the shade and their flowers in the sun. Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded spot, and keep the base cool with mulch or low-growing plants.
Soil Requirements
Enjoys moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Improve soil with compost before planting. Water regularly in dry spells, especially in the first season.
Support & Training
Provide a strong support such as trellis, arch, or fence. Tie in young shoots as they grow to encourage coverage and upward growth.
Pruning (Group 3)
Prune hard in late winter or early spring, cutting all stems back to a healthy pair of buds 20–30cm above the ground. This promotes vigorous new growth and abundant flowering.
The Highlights
Flower colour: Deep crimson red with velvety petals and creamy stamens
Flowering period: July to September
Height & Spread: Approx. 2.5–3m × 1m (8–10ft × 3ft)
Hardiness: RHS H5 – Fully hardy in UK
Position: Full sun or partial shade (protect base from direct sun)
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil – thrives in fertile conditions
Pruning Group: Group 3 (late-flowering – prune back hard in early spring)
All of our Clematis are in a 3L deep pot, with 90cm canes, all plants are delivered with at least 50cm of top growth.
Why Choose Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ for Your Garden?
If you're looking for a high-impact climber with a long flowering season and easy care requirements, ‘Rouge Cardinal’ is a brilliant choice. Its vivid red flowers stand out beautifully against green foliage, fences, or light-coloured walls, and pair wonderfully with roses, honeysuckle, or other clematis varieties.
Top Reasons to Love 'Rouge Cardinal':
Rich red blooms add warmth and vibrancy to the garden
Long flowering season – from mid-summer into early autumn
Great for small gardens or containers
Easy to prune and maintain (Group 3 – cut back in spring)
Versatile – suitable for walls, arches, pergolas, or obelisks
Pollinator friendly – attracts bees and other beneficial insects
Best Uses in the Garden
‘Rouge Cardinal’ is ideal for:
Vertical interest on trellises, fences, and obelisks
Companion planting with climbing roses or other summer bloomers
Small gardens and patios (great in containers with support)
Adding bold contrast to pale or green backdrops
Cottage-style or romantic garden designs
It also works beautifully in mixed borders or trained through shrubs, where its blooms can add a vibrant layer of colour above the foliage.
Delivery
We use DX to deliver your plants straight to your door.
DX collect from us every Tuesday and Thursday using their 24 hour tracked service.
Orders made after 10am Monday will be dispatched Thursday.
Orders made after 10am Thursday will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
Growing Tips
Planting Position
Clematis prefer their roots in the shade and their flowers in the sun. Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded spot, and keep the base cool with mulch or low-growing plants.
Soil Requirements
Enjoys moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Improve soil with compost before planting. Water regularly in dry spells, especially in the first season.
Support & Training
Provide a strong support such as trellis, arch, or fence. Tie in young shoots as they grow to encourage coverage and upward growth.
Pruning (Group 3)
Prune hard in late winter or early spring, cutting all stems back to a healthy pair of buds 20–30cm above the ground. This promotes vigorous new growth and abundant flowering.
The Highlights
Flower colour: Deep crimson red with velvety petals and creamy stamens
Flowering period: July to September
Height & Spread: Approx. 2.5–3m × 1m (8–10ft × 3ft)
Hardiness: RHS H5 – Fully hardy in UK
Position: Full sun or partial shade (protect base from direct sun)
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil – thrives in fertile conditions
Pruning Group: Group 3 (late-flowering – prune back hard in early spring)
All of our Clematis are in a 3L deep pot, with 90cm canes, all plants are delivered with at least 50cm of top growth.
Why Choose Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ for Your Garden?
If you're looking for a high-impact climber with a long flowering season and easy care requirements, ‘Rouge Cardinal’ is a brilliant choice. Its vivid red flowers stand out beautifully against green foliage, fences, or light-coloured walls, and pair wonderfully with roses, honeysuckle, or other clematis varieties.
Top Reasons to Love 'Rouge Cardinal':
Rich red blooms add warmth and vibrancy to the garden
Long flowering season – from mid-summer into early autumn
Great for small gardens or containers
Easy to prune and maintain (Group 3 – cut back in spring)
Versatile – suitable for walls, arches, pergolas, or obelisks
Pollinator friendly – attracts bees and other beneficial insects
Best Uses in the Garden
‘Rouge Cardinal’ is ideal for:
Vertical interest on trellises, fences, and obelisks
Companion planting with climbing roses or other summer bloomers
Small gardens and patios (great in containers with support)
Adding bold contrast to pale or green backdrops
Cottage-style or romantic garden designs
It also works beautifully in mixed borders or trained through shrubs, where its blooms can add a vibrant layer of colour above the foliage.
Delivery
We use DX to deliver your plants straight to your door.
DX collect from us every Tuesday and Thursday using their 24 hour tracked service.
Orders made after 10am Monday will be dispatched Thursday.
Orders made after 10am Thursday will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
Growing Tips
Planting Position
Clematis prefer their roots in the shade and their flowers in the sun. Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded spot, and keep the base cool with mulch or low-growing plants.
Soil Requirements
Enjoys moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Improve soil with compost before planting. Water regularly in dry spells, especially in the first season.
Support & Training
Provide a strong support such as trellis, arch, or fence. Tie in young shoots as they grow to encourage coverage and upward growth.
Pruning (Group 3)
Prune hard in late winter or early spring, cutting all stems back to a healthy pair of buds 20–30cm above the ground. This promotes vigorous new growth and abundant flowering.
